This Year, Give Dad a Six-Pack He'll Always Remember
June 1, 2005 - NBA G League (G League)
New Mexico Thunderbirds News Release
Albuquerque, N.M. (June 1, 2005) NBDL Albuquerque, the official minor league of the NBA, has the perfect gift for that special Dad on Father's Day.
For less than $99, you can give the gift of quality time and memories. This package includes two seats for each of six action-packed NBDL games spaced throughout the season. Dad will also get playoff and upgrade options among other benefits that are reserved for season ticket holders. We know how important Dad is so he'll be invited to our summer kick-off events when we announce our head coach, roster, dance team, and our team logo and mascot.
This gift is a slam dunk and it's easy for you to arrange. Just call (505) 268-6235 and we'll take care of the rest. Within moments, you'll have a full color certificate that you can print out and give to Dad just in time for the big day. Packages start at $96 and several options are available for a limited time.
The NBDL, the NBA's Development League, just completed its fourth season. The league includes the Fayetteville Patriots (N.C.), Florida Flame (Ft. Myers), Roanoke Dazzle (Va.), Arkansas RimRockers (Little Rock), as well as Albuquerque (N.M.), Tulsa (Okla.) and Austin and Fort Worth (Texas).
The league offers players the opportunity to develop their talent in a highly competitive atmosphere under the NBA's umbrella. Thirty-four (34) players have been called up the NBA on 50 separate occasions. Nine former NBDL coaches, five athletic trainers, 11 referees and 29 front office executives have also been called up since the start of the league's inaugural season in November 2001. Six additional front office executives have earned positions with other major league sports.
Designed to help grow the sport of basketball both domestically and internationally, the league also offers fun, family entertainment at affordable prices. The NBDL is a source of on-court talent for the NBA's 30 teams and is a diverse human resources pool for the NBA and its teams by training employees in management, operations, public relations, sales and marketing positions.
For more information on tickets or sponsorships call 505-268-6235 or visit our website at www.nbdl.com/albuquerque.
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